Hi Newton neighbors,
I&rsquo;m a local writer and certified mindfulness teacher, and I publish a free biweekly Substack newsletter called Learning to be Here.
It features short personal essays, poetry, and recorded meditations designed to help us slow down and find sanctuary in everyday life. This week, I&rsquo;m writing about labyrinths and how walking rocks us back into ourselves.
If you&rsquo;d like a thoughtful read in your inbox every other Sunday, you&rsquo;re so welcome to subscribe for free: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://bamonaghan.substack.com/&amp;authuser=1" rel="noopener nofollow">https://bamonaghan.substack.com/</a>
Best,
Beth

Middlesex County

Benjamin Pierce

Boston Metropolitan Area

Newton

Massachusetts

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We are inviting healthy female teens between the ages of 13-15 to participate in a research study. Teens can earn up to $594 if they qualify and receive a picture of their&nbsp;brain. Researchers at McLean Hospital are investigating how stress may influence mood and brain activity. Teens will answer questions about their thoughts and feelings. Teens will&nbsp;also undergo an fMRI brain scan. Teens will also be asked to fill out very brief surveys on their smartphone and to wear a smartwatch that tracks their heart rate, skin&nbsp;conductance, physical activity (i.e., step count), and sleep patterns. Parent permission is required if under 18 years of age. If you are interested, please fill out our survey: <a href="https://redcap.link/stressdynamics" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">redcap.link/stressdynamics </a>or contact us at (617) 855-4173 or via email <a href="mailto:teenbrain@mclean.harvard.edu" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">teenbrain@mclean.harvard.edu</a>.

McLean Hospital Study on Stress, Mood, and the...

We are inviting healthy female teens between the ages of 13-15 to participate in a research study. Teens can earn up to $594 if they qualify and...

McLean Hospital Study on Stress, Mood, and the Brain. Earn up to $594!

Researchers at McLean Hospital are investigating factors that make some females better able to cope with stressful experiences and what makes some females more vulnerable to experiencing depression. By participating, you can help them better understand, prevent, and treat adolescent depression. Participants will answer questions about their thoughts and feelings and will also undergo an fMRI brain scan. Parent permission is required for females under 18. If you are interested, fill out our survey linked here, <a href="https://redcap.link/teenstress" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">https://redcap.link/teenstress</a>&nbsp;or contact us at&nbsp;(617) 855-4173&nbsp;or via email <a href="mailto:teenbrain@mclean.harvard.edu" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">teenbrain@mclean.harvard.edu</a>.

McLean Hospital Study on Stress and the Teen...

Researchers at McLean Hospital are investigating factors that make some females better able to cope with stressful experiences and what makes some...

McLean Hospital Study on Stress and the Teen Brain. Earn up to $299!

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We are inviting healthy female teens between the ages of 13-15 to participate in a research study. Teens can earn up to $594 if they qualify and receive a picture of their&nbsp;brain. Researchers at McLean Hospital are investigating how stress may influence mood and brain activity. Teens will answer questions about their thoughts and feelings. Teens will&nbsp;also undergo an fMRI brain scan. Teens will also be asked to fill out very brief surveys on their smartphone and to wear a smartwatch that tracks their heart rate, skin&nbsp;conductance, physical activity (i.e., step count), and sleep patterns. Parent permission is required if under 18 years of age. If you are interested, please fill out our survey: <a href="https://redcap.link/stressdynamics" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">redcap.link/stressdynamics</a>&nbsp;or contact us at (617) 855-4173 or via email <a href="mailto:teenbrain@mclean.harvard.edu" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">teenbrain@mclean.harvard.edu</a>.

The Bulfinch Group is pleased to announce that Newton resident, Martin Lowenthal has been named a four-time Forbes&rsquo; Best-in-State Financial Security Professional Wealth Advisor by Shook Research&reg;. This award recognizes Martin as one of the top wealth advisors in Massachusetts, as determined by SHOOK&reg; Research. 
&ldquo;We are proud to celebrate Martin&rsquo;s continued recognition as a Forbes Best-in-State Top Wealth Advisor,&rdquo; said Douglas Reiss, Partner &amp; Principal Owner of The Bulfinch Group. &ldquo;This honor reflects his unwavering commitment to building meaningful relationships, delivering exceptional service, and helping clients pursue their long-term financial goals. We congratulate Martin on this well-deserved achievement and are grateful for the positive impact he continues to make on the families and communities he serves.&rdquo;
The Bulfinch Group is dedicated to helping individuals, families, and business owners build confidence in their financial future through personalized guidance and long-term relationships. By taking the time to understand each client's unique goals, values, and priorities, the firm's experienced professionals develop tailored strategies designed to help protect what matters most while creating opportunities for growth. Backed by a collaborative team of specialists, The Bulfinch Group provides thoughtful guidance across every stage of life, helping clients navigate change, make informed decisions, and pursue lasting financial success.
The Bulfinch Group
Founded in 1994, The Bulfinch Group is a financial services firm headquartered at 160 Gould Street in Needham, MA with offices throughout New England. The Bulfinch Group also operates Bulfinch Business Solutions, a division devoted to succession planning for smaller, privately-held businesses, and employee benefits, including 401(k) plans and group medical, dental and life insurance, for businesses of all sizes. The Bulfinch Group is a general agency of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America (Guardian), New York, NY. For more information, call 781-449-4402 or visit <a href="https://www.bulfinchgroup.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BulfinchGroup.com</a>.
About Guardian 
Guardian makes a difference in the lives of people when they need us most. With more than 160 years of stability and fiscal integrity, we are a trusted partner to millions of consumers, helping them prepare and plan for a bright future and recover and thrive in times of unexpected loss. We believe in inspiring well-being across mind, body, and wallet, and in driving value beyond dividends. We invest in our colleagues, are building a progressive and inclusive culture and are helping to uplift communities through thoughtful social and environmental programs. Guardian, which is based in NYC, is a leading provider of life, disability, dental, and other benefits, and has received <a href="https://www.guardianlife.com/about-guardian/customer-service-awards" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">accolades for its culture and service</a>. Our colleagues and financial representatives serve with care and experience, and our commitments rest on a strong financial foundation, which at year-end 2025 included $12.6 billion in capital and largest dividend of $1.7 billion in the company&rsquo;s history. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.guardianlife.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">GuardianLife.com</a>.

Newton Resident Martin F. Lowenthal Recognized...

The Bulfinch Group is pleased to announce that Newton resident, Martin Lowenthal has been named a four-time Forbes’ Best-in-State Financial...

Newton Resident Martin F. Lowenthal Recognized Among Forbes’ MA Best-in-State Four-Times 

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Enjoy a Hawaiian-inspired Pups Paw Hana Brunch Benefit featuring live Hawaiian island vibe music by Ingrid Chiemi. This event supports the Animal Rescue League, combining great music with a wonderful cause. Tickets are available online for this unique musical brunch experience. Think adoptable puppies, Hawaiian fun, mimosas, brunch and live music!&nbsp;

Local Event: Pups Paw Hana Brunch Benefit Featuring Live Hawaiian Vibe Music by Ingrid Chiemi

Pups Paw Hana Brunch Benefit Featuring Live...

Enjoy a Hawaiian-inspired Pups Paw Hana Brunch Benefit featuring live Hawaiian island vibe music by Ingrid Chiemi. This event...

Pups Paw Hana Brunch Benefit Featuring Live Hawaiian Vibe Music by Ingrid Chiemi

The Farm at Gore Place

Get outside and embrace the SUMMER by learning how to shoot a bow and arrow at the historic Gore Place Estate! 
Join us Sunday from 12:00 - 1:30 PM for a fun and entertaining introduction to archery and reconnect with your inner Katniss or Robin Hood.&nbsp;
All coaching and equipment is provided by our team of instructors who will have you laughing, smiling and maybe even weeping with tears of joy as you strike the bull's eye and relive all those childhood memories of archery - or create new ones for the first time.<figure><img src="https://cdn20.patchcdn.com/users/22552416/20260701/041814/untitled-design-4___01161812888.jpg" id="Untitled design (4).png" data-image="Untitled design (4).png"></figure>

Tickets available online only at <a target="_blank" href="https://onthemarkarchery.com/waltham" rel="nofollow noopener">otma.us/waltham</a>
*Please check website in advance BEFORE coming!*
**Rainouts will be credited towards a future Open Range Sunday**
The FARM at Gore Place: 249 Waltham Street, Watertown, MA 02472
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Local Event: Archery Sunday!

Archery Sunday!

Get outside and embrace  the SUMMER by learning how to shoot a bow and arrow at the historic Gore Place Estate! 
Join us Sunday...

Providing Senior Housing and Services at Affordable Rates!

VNA Senior Living

Providing a full continuum of care at our four beautiful properties in Somerville including Senior Living and Rest Home level of care as well as Homecare. All of our Residences offer private, spacious rooms and apartments in immaculately maintained, fully handicapped-accessible facilities . When people view our beautiful Highland Avenue Rest Home situated on 4 acres of landscaped property, as well as our Lowell Street residence located next to the Community Pathway and our independent housing at Alewife Brook Parkway along the Mystic River, they consistently say that we’re a hidden gem in the heart of Greater Boston bordering Cambridge, Arlington, Lexington, Winchester, Belmont, Medford, Waltham, Woburn and Somerville. “The Visiting Nurses have been bringing care into people’s homes for over a hundred years… now we provide a home as well.” – Linda S Cornell RN, President / CEO If you or someone you know needs a helping hand, come see what life is like at Visiting Nurses Senior Living Communities, we know you’ll be delighted. If you or someone you know needs help at home — call us …we are here to help!

Somerville

Providing a full continuum of care at our four beautiful properties in Somerville including Senior Living and Rest Home level of care as well as...

RARE Restoration

RARE Restoration (now in Newton) is a full-scale repair and restoration service specializing primarily in furniture and lighting, though we’re happy to restore treasures of any kind - valuable or sentimental. From seat weaving to refinishing, from carving to rewiring, our team of experts will help bring your belongings back into tip-top shape.”

RARE Restoration (now in Newton) is a full-scale repair and restoration service specializing primarily in furniture and lighting, though we’re...

Insurcomm Restoration

After everything goes wrong, you deserve the confidence and comfort of everything going right. Insurcomm Restoration is your trusted local partner for full-service property damage restoration — from emergency response and mitigation through complete reconstruction, all under one roof. For over 30 years, we've helped homeowners, businesses, municipalities, and insurance carriers recover from water damage, fire and smoke, mold, biohazard incidents, and catastrophic events. Our Services: • Water Damage Cleanup &amp; Mitigation • Fire &amp; Smoke Damage Restoration • Mold Remediation • Biohazard &amp; Environmental Cleanup • Contents Cleaning &amp; Restoration • Full Reconstruction &amp; Rebuild • 24/7 Catastrophe Response Why Insurcomm: • 24/7 Emergency Help Line — fast response when minutes matter • IICRC-Certified Professionals delivering precision craftsmanship • Dedicated project management with a single point of contact • Clear, transparent communication from first notice of loss to final walkthrough • Trusted by national and regional insurers for day-to-day claims and complex losses Insurcomm is a Fortify Company, a national property protection platform with 100+ markets nationwide. Locally rooted, nationally backed. Call our 24-hour response line: (844) 424-9283

Foxborough

After everything goes wrong, you deserve the confidence and comfort of everything going right. Insurcomm Restoration is your trusted local partner...

School of Fashion Design

Celebrating over 90 years of excellence in fashion education, The School of Fashion Design is the only educational institution in New England dedicated exclusively to the study of fashion design. SFD provides students with a solid foundation in apparel design and construction, and the skills required for a successful career in fashion. Our technical Certificate program is taught by experts in the field of fashion design. Students may take courses toward the Certificate or on a class-by-class basis to fill professional education interests. For creatives and textile arts enthusiasts, SFD offers workshops in various fiber arts such as weaving, lace making, embroidery, millinery, upcycling, and more. As an SFD student, you will join a diverse community of emerging designers. Our studios are filled with recent high school graduates, students from nearby colleges enriching their education with fashion, and working professionals embarking on a new career path. SFD faculty and students are active partners in our local community, collaborating regularly with organizations and businesses through internships, exhibitions, field trips, and special events. Our reputation for excellence is on display each time our students show their work at fashion shows and exhibits throughout the year. With an SFD Certificate in Fashion Design, our alumni have enjoyed fashion careers with Adidas, Coldwater Creek, J. Jill, New Balance, PUMA, Ralph Lauren, Talbots, Timberland, TJX Companies, and more. Our alumni are designers and costumers for stage and screen, while others have found success launching their own label. Our varied class levels and flexible schedules are designed to meet the needs and profiles of all students. So whatever your level, background, or educational goals, we invite you to schedule a tour to see yourself at The School of Fashion Design. New semesters begin September, January, and June. Your fashion education begins here!

Malden

Celebrating over 90 years of excellence in fashion education, The School of Fashion Design is the only educational institution in New England...

Boston Construct, LLC

Project Planner and Home Renovator MA CSL #75620 / HIC Reg. #217093 Home Additions, Whole House Renovations, Home Building, ADU's Expanding the kitchen? No problem.

Project Planner and Home Renovator MA CSL #75620 / HIC Reg. #217093 Home Additions, Whole House Renovations, Home Building, ADU's Expanding the...

Lifesaving Nonprofit Critical Care Transport by Air & Ground

Boston MedFlight

Boston MedFlight is a nonprofit organization providing the highest level of critical care transport by air and ground to patients in need—regardless of their circumstances. For more than 40 years, since our founding in 1985, we have set the standard for clinical excellence, safety, and compassion in the air medical industry. Our tagline, “Your Life. Our Mission.”, captures the purpose that drives everything we do. Whether responding to an emergency scene or transferring a critically ill patient between hospitals, our team delivers seamless, patient-centered care during some of the most challenging moments in a person’s life. As a nonprofit, we are guided by one unwavering principle: every patient deserves access to lifesaving care, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Each year, Boston MedFlight provides more than $7 million in free and unreimbursed care, ensuring no patient is ever turned away. Our clinical teams are among the most highly trained and experienced in the world, caring for patients of all ages—from premature infants to older adults—across a wide range of conditions. These include adult and pediatric trauma, complex medical emergencies, cardiac and stroke events, high-risk obstetric and neonatal care, and specialized interfacility transfers. We achieve this excellence through rigorous training and preparedness. Every clinician completes an intensive onboarding and education program that includes hospital ICU and emergency department rotations, pediatric and neonatal critical care experience, high-fidelity simulation training, advanced procedural labs, and comprehensive classroom instruction in transport medicine. Our work is supported by a state-of-the-art fleet of Airbus H145 helicopters and Freightliner mobile ICU ground vehicles, each equipped with advanced technology comparable to leading hospital ICUs.

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Boston MedFlight is a nonprofit organization providing the highest level of critical care transport by air and ground to patients in need...

Strategic Financial Planning and Tactical Asset Management

Skyeburst Wealth Management – Ameriprise Financial

At Skyeburst Wealth Management, we work with individuals and families to help them overcome the complexities of managing their financial lives, retire comfortably, and leave a meaningful legacy through a comprehensive planning approach. We develop strategies that address your goals and challenges at any stage of life, meeting you where you are and listening to what you need. Our diverse team is well suited to build relationships with multiple generations of your family—from first-time investors to stewards of family wealth. We prioritize financial education to help preserve your values as your wealth transfers from one generation to the next. By engaging the entire family, we aim to establish an environment of shared responsibility and an alignment of expectations.

At Skyeburst Wealth Management, we work with individuals and families to help them overcome the complexities of managing their financial lives,...

Private & Shared Office Suites Available for Lease

Boston Development Group

Private and shared office suites available for lease in Newton Centre. Located at our buildings 93 Union Street, 53 Langley Road, and 73 Union Street. Office sizes range 290-821 sf. Walk into these spaces to find high ceilings, carpeting throughout, central AC, nice sized windows providing ample natural light. Shared waiting areas and bathrooms available in select office suites. Buildings are professionally managed with an on-site team.  **Offices can be leased furnished as well upon request**.

Private and shared office suites available for lease in Newton Centre. Located at our buildings 93 Union Street, 53 Langley Road, and 73 Union...

Saltbox

Saltbox Catering is a full-service catering company dedicated to crafting exceptional culinary experiences for every occasion. Rooted in a passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and time-honored cooking techniques, we bring restaurant-quality cuisine directly to your event, whether it's an intimate gathering, a corporate luncheon, a wedding reception, or a large-scale celebration. Our team of experienced chefs and hospitality professionals works closely with each client to design customized menus that reflect their vision, dietary needs, and personal style. From elegant passed hors d'oeuvres and beautifully plated dinners to casual buffets and artisan stations, we take pride in sourcing locally whenever possible. We build relationships with regional farmers, fishermen, and purveyors to ensure the highest quality ingredients on your table. Every dish is prepared with care, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to flavor. Beyond the food, Saltbox Catering offers seamless event coordination, professional staffing, and attentive day-of service. Whether you're planning an event for ten or five hundred, Saltbox Catering brings the same dedication, warmth, and culinary excellence to every table we serve.

Saltbox Catering is a full-service catering company dedicated to crafting exceptional culinary experiences for every occasion. Rooted in a passion...

8 New Luxury Residences in Coolidge Corner/Brookline

80onVernon | 8 Luxury Residences | New Construction

Welcome to 80onVernon, the new standard of excellence for Coolidge Corner in Brookline, exclusively marketed by Todd Glaskin, Tina Sachs and Gregg Leppo of Coldwell Banker Realty. All of 80onVernon's eight luxury residences offer thoughtful layouts with accompanying amenities, ensuring that there is something to suit even the most discerning buyer. The exterior boasts an elegant brick and modern paneling finish, accentuated by dozens of oversized windows producing a modern profile that floods each residence with light. Building offers dedicated garage parking and elevator. Construction is nearing completion 2026. Contact Todd Glaskin, Tina Sachs or Gregg Leppo today to schedule a showing. Email: Team@80onVernon.com

80onVernon | 8 Luxury Residences | New...

Welcome to 80onVernon, the new standard of excellence for Coolidge Corner in Brookline, exclusively marketed by Todd Glaskin, Tina Sachs and Gregg...

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